environmental

adjective /ɪnˌvaɪrənˈmentəl/

Relating to the natural world and the impact of human activity on air, water, and land quality.

Example: Environmental concerns about materials industries, which contribute over 25% of global pollution through heat-trapping emissions from concrete, steel, and chemical production.

systems

noun /ˈsɪstəmz/

Interconnected networks of components that work together to achieve a common purpose.

Example: Infrastructure systems encompassing energy transition, materials production, and construction that require integrated solutions to reduce environmental impact while maintaining functionality.

engineer

noun /ˌendʒɪˈnɪr/

A professional who develops breakthrough technologies and tools to solve complex technical problems.

Example: An engineer who reimagines infrastructure materials to create communities that are better, cheaper, cleaner, and more resilient by transforming how we produce concrete, steel, aluminum, glass, and chemicals.